By Steve Cole (author) , Oriol Vidal (illustrator)
"Gripping adventure with urgent environmental message "
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Interest Age 8+ Reading Age 8
This gripping story of kidnap and escape burns with outrage at damage being done to the Amazon. Carlos’ mother is a member of the Special Forces Group of IBAMA, Brazil’s environment agency, which suddenly makes him a target for ruthless men illegally mining in the rainforest. Taken as a hostage to force his mother to turn a blind eye, he manages to escape and survive with the help of a boy his age, whose life has already been devastated by the men’s actions, even as the world burns around both of them.
Powerful and absolutely gripping, this is both a terrific adventure story and a wake-up call for young readers about the urgent need to protect our world. Published by Barrington Stoke, it’s accessible to all readers including those reluctant, struggling or dyslexic.
Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her role is to protect the Amazon from the farmers, loggers and miners who are illegally destroying the precious rainforest. It's a dangerous role and when she upsets some of these land-grabbers, they decide to teach her a lesson by kidnapping her son, Carlos.
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Taken deep into the Amazon, Carlos manages to escape his captors only to find himself trapped by the fast-moving fires. Will he be able to outrun the flames as the world around him burns to the ground? The terrifying reality of illegal deforestation and the destruction of the rainforest is revealed in this powerful and gripping Amazonian adventure from bestselling author Steve Cole.
Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
“Vivid and visceral, with nuanced characterisation and evocative descriptions that make a global issue feel deeply personal” CBI
Steve Cole was our Guest Editor in November 2011. Click here to find out more and see some of his favourite books.
Steve Cole is a hugely successful British children's author with sales of over 3 million copies. Formerly a children's book editor at various publishing houses, his Astrosaurs series launched his writing career. His work since has spanned many genres, from science fiction and adventure (including Doctor Who and Young Bond titles) to 'cli-fi' , comedy and graphic novels. Known for his lively school visits and infectious enthusiasm for storytelling, Steve has inspired thousands of young readers. In his spare time, he sings and plays bass with his band Faces Fall, teaches salsa dancing and homes rescue animals. He lives in Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire. To see more author information click here .
You can see more Steve videos on his YouTube channel - click here .
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Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her role is to protect the Amazon from the farmers, loggers and miners who are illegally destroying the precious rainforest.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed World Burn Down and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
World Burn Down features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Dyslexia Friendly Books for Interest age 11+, Recommendations, Dyslexia Friendly Books for Interest age 9+, Ecological and Environmental Interest - Fiction, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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World Burn Down was written by Steve Cole and published by Barrington Stoke Ltd
World Burn Down has 115 pages
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